Are you local to Storyteller Farm but have questions about buying beef or pork? Maybe you aren’t local to us but are interested in supporting a farmer in your area and have the same questions. Do you like the idea of buying directly from the farm but feel like...
English is a strange language, especially these words that have become Instagram famous. Since there is a word for the smell of rain, petrichor, and a word for the warmth of the winter sun, apricity, there should be a specific word for the unconditional, once-in-a-lifetime love of a good...
It’s an investment in the local food system. Shopping farm-to-table allows farmers to continue growing food, ensuring they will be there in the future. It’s essential to develop and maintain local food systems in order for communities to be self-reliant and not wholly dependent on food being transported from...
Our youngest daughter, Sylvie, decided on January 1st that she is potty trained. It’s been 4 days since we’ve had a wet daytime pull-up and hopefully writing this doesn’t jinx our situation. Brett and I had given up hope of potty training this kid, not because she isn’t capable,...
The holiday season can be a stressful time of year. It tends to be full of commitments, obligations, and high expectations. Whether we put pressure on ourselves, feel the weight from outside pressure, or a combination of both it can be hard to relax and be present. Here are...
“But my favorite color is neon, the light they always leave on…with a little Johnny Lee on” Chris Young, Neon Brett was so excited when it finally showed up. We had been battling insects all summer and he ordered the most giant, industrial-strength bug zapper he could find. First...
Because her pretty boots do not fit anymore and her Birkenstocks are just about the only shoes she can slide onto her feet. Because Birkenstocks are the ultimate security blanket in shoe form. Because her Birkenstocks have an almost magical ability to grow with her expanding feet. Because her...
Driving by Storyteller Farm you will see our rolling pastures dotted with red cows that have sweet white faces and bellies. This is our herd of Hereford cattle, and while we think they are the cutest type of cow, we selected this breed for more than just their appearance....
Summer brought lush green grass…. …and happy cows… …and making hay… …and taking pictures of hay… …and being proud of the hay… …and a first birthday…. …and then a third birthday… …and lounging in the “swimming bowl”… …and watching pigs grow… …and grow some more… …and winning coloring contests...
Wife to an entrepreneur. Mother to three young daughters and a toddler son. Nurse for over a decade. I’m so excited to share my thoughts about faith, family, food, and the farm with you. Here we go!
